Do you need to be off book for a self tape?

Learn your lines – this might be an obvious one, but a lot of actors think that it’s alright to read from the script in the self-tape and then be off book if they get asked to come in for an audition. Best to learn the lines straight away and be comfortable with the material.

What makes a good self tape?

Here are my Top 10 Tips To Nail Your Next Self-Tape Audition!

• Read the directions carefully.
• Get off-book before recording.
• Pick a good reader.
• Choose a quiet, clean setting.
• Be aware of your lighting.
• Make appropriate clothing choices.
• Film in landscape, not portrait.
• Don’t record directly into the camera.

What do you put in a self tape?

You need four pieces of equipment to film a quality self-tape: a cell phone camera (or a DSLR), a tripod and rig, a mic, and lights. These are the basics of an at-home film studio and will help ensure professional-grade audio and video.

Should I look at the camera for a self tape?

Remember that one benefit of self-taping is that you have the room and time to make your audition perfect. Eye Line: Your eye line should be as close to the camera as possible. Also, please look at the camera and do not film in profile. Again, CDs want to see your performance, not your directorial debut.

What makes a good self-tape?

Should you self-tape your auditions?

Make sure any self-tape auditions you post are things you feel represent you well. And be sure to take them down when they no longer serve you. Self-taping is an audition skill that is becoming more and more necessary. With just a little preparation, you can be ready to put your talent on tape to share with the world.

How do you make a good audition video?

Set your phone down somewhere stable, and make sure you can see ¾ of your body in the frame (from the waist up). Make sure any movements you plan to do during your audition will still be in the frame. Shoot the video in a horizontal position, not vertical, so you don’t get all that blank space on either side when you upload it.

How can I use my phone as a camera for auditions?

Use the back camera (not selfie mode). This will also keep you from distracting yourself by having to look at yourself as you perform. Set your phone down somewhere stable, and make sure you can see ¾ of your body in the frame (from the waist up). Make sure any movements you plan to do during your audition will still be in the frame.

What can ruin an audition tape?

A bad reader or a loud reader can really ruin an audition tape. Make sure when they are reading they are quieter than you, as they will be right next to the camera, and you want the voices to balance out. Also, make sure the reader doesn’t read the stage directions. (You’d think that would be obvious. You’d be surprised.) 6.